______ is often characterized as seduction, a slow and gradual process of active engagement and a desentization of the inhibitions, where the offender gradually gains power and control.

a. Grooming
b. Stalking
c. Bullying
d. Exploitation


a. Grooming

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Which of the following statements about terrorism is true?

a. Terrorism is usually an impulsive act of rage b. Terrorism is perpetrated for criminal gain c. Terrorism is aimed at military targets d. Terrorism is politically motivated

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After the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that the ______ was unconstitutional, the number of Black police officers dropped substantially.

A. Civil Rights Act of 1875 B. 13th Amendment C. Dawes Severalty Act of 1887 D. Homestead Act of 1862

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In which case did the Eighth Circuit Court suggest five criteria to be used to examine whether differences in prison programs discriminate against female inmates?

a. Rhodes v. Chapman b. Morrissey v. Brewer c. Pargo v. Elliott d. Terry v. Ohio

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The central purpose of the early jail was _____________.

A. warehousing the surplus population of immigrants B. detention of those sentenced by the court C. to make sure those accused of a crime would show up for their trials D. to inflict short-term punishment (e.g., corporal punishment)

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